Head to Health phone service now called Medicare Mental Health
The Head to Health phone service is now called Medicare Mental Health. Only the name has changed – services are still free and dedicated to connecting people to mental health support that’s right for them. Anyone in Australia can call Medicare Mental Health on 1800 595 212 for free and confidential support. You can also
Healthy North Coast joins the Luminosity Youth Summit
Healthy North Coast is proud to join the Luminosity Youth Summit as a sponsor and partner. The event will be held on 23 & 24 July 2025 at the Glasshouse, Port Macquarie. On 2 April, HNC joined a breakfast launch to mark the official announcement of key speakers, sponsors, and partners, alongside inspiring stories from
Pave – a vaping cessation support app
Developed by the Cancer Institute of NSW, Pave is a digital tool to help you or, or your loved ones, become vape-free. Pave offers daily opportunities to learn and grow as you’re guided on the best way to give up the vapes. What can you do with Pave? Make a plan Track your progress Know
Meet Jane Moye: Supporting primary care in residential aged care
Hello, I’m Jane Moye, the Primary Care Coordinator for Residential Aged Care at Healthy North Coast. My role supports improving the capacity of GPs working in aged care, supporting residential aged care homes in connecting with new GPs and fostering stronger working relationships. I also look for ways to address any gaps in GP availability,
Communicating well before winter can prevent infectious disease
Older age is one of the biggest risk factors for severe illness from infectious respiratory diseases such as COVID-19 and influenza (flu). Aged care residents are particularly vulnerable because of their pre-existing health conditions, complex care needs and close living arrangements. Regular vaccination is still the best line of defence against severe illness, hospitalisation and
Tweed Urgent Care Service: Bringing urgent care to older people in their home
In a fantastic offering from Northern NSW LHD, the Tweed Urgent Care Service (TUCS) is able to come to RACHs in Tweed to provide urgent medical support to residents, reducing unnecessary hospital visits and easing pressure on emergency departments and make it easier for RACH clinicians to care for residents. At a recent information evening
New Aged Care Act due to commence in July 2025
The Australian Government has developed a new Aged Care Act to strengthen Australia’s aged care system. The new Act aims to ensure that people who access aged care services funded by the Australian Government are treated with respect and have the quality of life they deserve. The Bill was passed in November 2024 and the
How can philanthropy drive healthcare innovation?
Philanthropy has always been a key player in advancing health outcomes, but its potential to drive systemic, long-term change in health systems has never been clearer. In Australia, philanthropic funding plays an essential role in complementing government efforts, supporting critical health and medical research, and addressing some of the most pressing health inequities. This May,
Looking after yourself and your community during a natural disaster
Weather events can present both physical and mental health risks. The most important thing is to stay safe and keep up to date with the latest advice at hazardwatch.gov.au, the ‘Hazards Near Me’ app, or through your local SES unit. Your local ABC radio station will also have the latest emergency alerts for your area. It’s also a good time
Looking for resources to support your work with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander clients?
WellMob is a digital library of social and emotional wellbeing resources developed by and for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. They have just updated all of their Resource Sheets for Workers. These are shortcuts to the best social and emotional wellbeing resources on WellMob. Curated for practitioners and teams working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait
New year, new look for Healthy North Coast education & events
Introducing Dr Chris Bentley, Dr Geoff Arthurson and Dr Beth Allin (pictured above L-R) – three new faces to Healthy North Coast’s Education team. These passionate professionals bring diverse perspectives and expertise, and we’re thrilled to have them on board! We sat down with each of them to learn more about their work, the future
Welcoming essential workers to the Mid North Coast
Healthy North Coast recently sponsored two stakeholder networking events for The Welcome Experience in Kempsey (29 January) and Port Macquarie (3 Feb). The Welcome Experience is a free service offered by the NSW Government that helps essential workers (and their families) who are considering applying for, or have accepted a job, in regional NSW. The
